MSc Research in Human Geography
University of Birmingham
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Course overviewAdvance your understanding of human geography, research methodologies, and effective communication. Develop specialised expertise by delving deeply into specific areas of interest, gaining comprehensive knowledge, and honing your skills to become a recognised authority in your chosen field.Explore cutting-edge debates in human geography and environmental science. Our taught Research in Human Geography MSc offers comprehensive research training in theoretical frameworks, advanced ...Read more

Course overview
Advance your understanding of human geography, research methodologies, and effective communication. Develop specialised expertise by delving deeply into specific areas of interest, gaining comprehensive knowledge, and honing your skills to become a recognised authority in your chosen field.

Explore cutting-edge debates in human geography and environmental science. Our taught Research in Human Geography MSc offers comprehensive research training in theoretical frameworks, advanced methodologies, and ethical considerations. Youll gain hands-on experience with the latest tools and techniques, preparing you to tackle complex environmental challenges and contribute to meaningful solutions.

Course highlights
Our MSc Research in Human Geography combines rigorous research skills with broad human geography focus and optional environmental management modules.

Expertise in Human Geography: Leverage our vast academic research expertise and research-focused teaching
Cutting-edge Debates: Engage with contemporary issues in human geography, environmental science, and related fields
Comprehensive research training: Gain skills in theoretical, philosophical, and methodological issues relevant to human geography and social science research

Course delivery
Taught through research-focused teaching, the MSc offers human geography expertise with optional modules in environmental management and urban resilience.

Modules: Explore qualitative and quantitative methods for human geographers
Teaching: Research-focused, delivered by experts from the School of Geography, Earth, and Environmental Sciences
Methods: Lectures, seminars, workshops, and guided reading
Assessments: Essays, seminar/group presentations, and a research project (dissertation)

Career opportunities
Stand out in a competitive job market with an MSc. Our research-focused Masters degree equips you for a PhD in Human Geography or rigorous research in related fields.

Practical Experience
Fieldwork, internships, and collaborative projects give our students a competitive edge in the job market.

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18th
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13th
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2:1 Honours Degree or equivalent in Geography or a related discipline.

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£10,900 per year

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£24,960 per year

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£24,960 per year

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University of Birmingham
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